…meric leaves & steamed in a steamer called “Komfro” in Konkannim. This sweet is steamed in turmeric leaves which impart its distinct aromatic flavor into the sweet pancake. While steaming, the entire house is enveloped with the fragrance of turmeric leaves. I remember the times when my grandmother would also use jackfruit leaves which are called “Kholle” or “Dhonne” which is another variation of patoleo. Jackfruit leaves would be shaped into a…
…e compared. The flavor with fresh coconut is just amazing. Almost all Goan sweets are made with fresh coconut & so you do need a knack to crack open the coconut. But even if you are not an expert you could get this done from the coconut seller. This Christmas discover the joy of making your very own Bolinhas & believe me you would want to always have freshly baked homemade ones. Bolinhas are addictive too…once you bite into this piece of h…
…r of the Chandrakala and Lavang Latika even though they are both soaked in sweet flavored syrup. The filling in the Chandrakala consists of mawa/khoya/unsweetned condensed milk where sugar and nuts are added whereas in Lavang Latika you can include rawa/suji/semolina and coconut gratings along with mawa and nuts. The Lavang Latika is folded like a small packet/envelope/purse and sealed with a clove so it is clove flavored but Chandrakala is moulde…
…yummy ladoos. A perfect ball of melt in the mouth goodness to satiate that sweet craving. A ladoo is an incredible, timeless Indian mithai and is on the top of the festive and celebratory list of Indian sweets. In this recipe, highly nutritive and healthy carrots and coconut make a super pair in a ladoo and is a sure winner especially during festive occasions. There are quite a few colors and varieties of carrots but the bright and deep orange car…
…re. I just love this traditional & authentic poli with these flavorful sweet spices… It can be enjoyed hot with amti as well as cold with sweet milk. It stays well & can be kept in the fridge for upto 3-4 days. You can even make the puran & keep in the fridge & use it to make during the week. I hope you enjoy this wonderful poli just the way I do… Happy Holi to all my dear visitors! 😀 Ingredients for the Puran: 300 gms. Chana Dal 3…
…d the outer sugar crust and the crunch when you bite just like ice and the sweet nectar oozing deliciously with flavor in your mouth. I prefer the dry petha just the way my Mama did. 🙂 All gourds have high water content and is bland by itself. If you are making savouries or sweets with it; you need to fortify with flavouring to make it appealing to your vital senses and inviting to your tastebuds. Kewra and rose are pleasing to the senses and brin…
…inty when served. Your family & friends will surely relish this lovely Christmas delicacy.. I suggest that you try this wonderful recipe this Christmas & enjoy every bit of it! 😀 Ingredients : 200 gms Cashew nuts 400 gms Sugar (finely powdered) 2 Egg Whites ½ cup Rosewater Food Color as desired Method : Grind cashewnuts to a fine powder & soak with rose water for about 15 mins. Grind cashewnuts to a fine paste. Lightly whisk the egg wh…
…ood to enjoy Christmas & the entire festive season. I made this before Christmas to check out the flavors so that I could include it for Christmas lunch or dinner. I love potatoes, so added it… Everyone knows potatoes taste divine with roasts! Happy to share this Stuffed Roast Chicken recipe so that you can try it out & include it in your Christmas spread or during the festive week… 😀 Ingredients : 1 kg. Whole Chicken 5 small Potatoes (was…
…try out this recipe & gift them to your friends & loved ones this Christmas or New Year… 😀 Wishing you all A Merry Christmas & A Happy New Year 2013. Ingredients : ½ cup Milk Powder 3 tsp. Cocoa Powder 4 tbsp. Unsalted Butter (@ room temp.) 2/3 cups Sugar 2/3 cups Water 3 tbsps. Mixed dry fruits (chopped) Procedure : First, sift together milk powder & cocoa powder. Set aside. In a non-stick pan, dissolve sugar in water & allow…
…KULS.” They are an integral part of ‘KUSWAR’ (tray filled with traditional Christmas goodies) which are served when friends & family visit during Christmas. They are also distributed to neighbours & shared as gifts along with other traditional sweets. There are slight variations in the recipe for Kulkuls depending on whether you like it crunchy, crunchy & soft, with or without glaze, frosted, lightly dusted with sugar powder… Sleekly r…